Hog raising is a very popular enterprise in the Philippines such that there is a proliferation of backyard producers, which dominates the swine industry and a healthy viable commercial sector.

Despite the crises facing the swine industry, still many people are venturing in this enterprise. This manual hopes to bring appropriate technology to the interested farmers and would-be swine producers in order that they may realize profitable production and improve their quality of life.

Health Management

Common Diseases and parasites

Glossary

Breed Selection Criteria

Breeding Management

Care and Management of the Sow

Care of the Boar

Care and Management of Pigments at Farrowing Time

Care and Management of Growing-Finishing Pigs

Housing

Inputs in Production

Feeding Management

Record Keeping

Marketing

Other Routine Management Practices

    Part One

    Part Two

    Part Three